As the weather heats up, cool down with seven surprisingly satisfying meals that can be prepared without a grill or an oven. Try dishes like Mexican ceviche tacos, chilled tomato and bell pepper soup, noodles with smoked duck, and more.

A haven for meat-eaters and animal-lovers alike, Vancouver blends tradition and progressive ideals. ALAN RICHMAN heads north and finds a forward-thinking city filled with diverse restaurants, fierce hometown pride, and a local flavor all its own.